2010 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2010 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2007 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda CX-7 | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | CX-7 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1718 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4681 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1646 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |
